Description
A refreshing Mooli Raita featuring grated radish stir-fried with onions and spices, mixed into creamy yogurt for a crunchy, flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 medium Mooli/Radish, peeled and grated (about 2 packed cups)
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1-2 Green chillies, finely chopped
- 2-3 cups Yogurt, whisked or beaten
- 1-2 tbsp Coriander Leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1/4 tsp Hing (Asafoetida)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and let them pop.
- Add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds and 1/4 tsp hing (asafoetida), stirring for a few seconds until aromatic.
- Add the finely chopped green chillies and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become soft and translucent.
- Add the grated radish and stir fry for another 2-3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled radish mixture with 2-3 cups of whisked yogurt.
- Add salt to taste and mix well.
- Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Notes
This raita pairs well with spicy Indian curries and rice dishes. You can substitute radish with other vegetables like cucumber or carrot. Store in the refrigerator and consume within a day for best freshness. Adjust the number of green chillies based on your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 10